What could be a small problem?
Lost your pen, forgot your water bottle
I was bringing some money to school for a trip and someone took it from me. How big is the problem and what should I do?
Big. Stealing is not okay. I need to tell an adult so they can help me
I’m at school and I feel sick and my tummy hurts. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Medium. I can tell my teacher and go to the school nurse
Someone is bullying me and it makes me feel sad. What size is the problem and what should I do?
Big. Bullying is never okay. I need to tell a trusted adult like my teacher so they can help me
We have a supply teacher today instead of our normal teacher. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Small. I can say hello and get ready for my lesson
My friend took my favourite pen and won’t give it back. How big is the problem and what should I do?
Medium. I can tell my teacher or a trusted adult so they can speak with my friend
I missed the bus to school. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Small-medium. I can wait for the next bus and say sorry when I get to school.
The park is closed but I want to play. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Small. I can play at home instead and ask to go to the park another day
You lost in a game you were playing with friends. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Small. I can say “well done” to my friend
I feel off my bike and my arm really hurts. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Medium-Big. I need to tell an adult so they can help me
I don’t understand the work we’re doing in class. How big is the problem and what should I do?
Small-medium. I can ask my friend for help first but might need a teacher to help me
Someone pushed you. What is the size of the problem and what do you do next?
Medium. I can tell them to stop and speak to my teacher
I forgot my water bottle and I’m really thirsty. How big is the problem and what should I do?
Small. I can ask for a cup and then bring my water bottle tomorrow
The fire alarm is going off at school. How big is the problem and what should I do?
Big. I need to listen to my teacher so they can help me stay safe